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High school students take advantage of a group photo on a cleaner beach after their participation in the 23rd Annual Guam International Coastal Cleanup 2017 at Tanguisson Beach on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017.(Photo: Rick Cruz/PDN)

ALL VILLAGES

If you have information that can solve a crime, call the Crime Stoppers’ hotline at 477-HELP (4357) or submit a tip to http://guam.crimestoppersweb.com. You can remain anonymous. Tips that lead to an arrest and conviction may earn you a cash reward.

Visit your mayor’s office to update residential information. Call for required documents. The head of household must be present to make changes.

Burning without a permit is illegal. Call your local fire station for more information.

Animal Control, police and mayors are authorized to remove unleashed animals from public or private property. Owners may be held liable for injuries inflicted by pets. Report strays to your mayor’s office or call 300-7965.

AGANA HEIGHTS

Mayor Paul M. McDonald

472-6393/8285/6

mayormcdonald@hotmail.com

Agana Heights Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at 10 a.m. April 1st at the Sgt. Pedro T. Pangelinan – Agana Heights Mayor's Office for children ages 1 to 10 years old.

Agana Heights Annual Coconut Fair will be held from 6 to 10 p.m., from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. April 27 and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 29 at the Agana Heights Mayor's Office grounds. Interested vendors and/or entertainment contact Angie or Genny at 472-8285/6. Vendor applications will be available beginning March 1.

Neighborhood Watch Program: The community has had recent burglaries to homes/vehicles in Agana Heights and, as a friendly reminder, all residents please secure your personal belongings, home and vehicles at all times. Be aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activities and vehicles in your residential area immediately to GPD. Please note that Agana Heights Neighborhood Watch Program remains active, and the success of this program is all about Neighbors watching out for their Neighbors. For info. contact the office at 472-8285/6 or email mayormcdonald@hotmail.com.

Authorized controlled burning: Residents may burn in the community, but need a permit from the Guam Fire Department. There are certain restrictions that need to be followed and burning must be contained and monitored carefully by the resident. Burning is only authorized from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Sunday.

Illegal use of firearms: It is illegal to use any form of firearms in the community. The office has received several reports of unknown individuals reportedly using firearms within the neighborhood. This is a safety concern, as often times, casings or bullets are found near homes. Also, it is extremely dangerous, as there are children or elderly around and near these homes. Anyone suspected of using any form of firearms will be reported to the authorities.

Illegal dumping: The office has received numerous calls regarding people illegally dumping in the village. Absolutely no public dumping and/or littering at the Agana Heights Mayor’s trailer, trash bins or public areas. Anyone caught dumping will be fined and reported to proper authorities.

Reckless driving/speeding: The office has received numerous calls regarding reckless driving or speeding in the village. Residents are strongly advised to drive with caution in the village, most importantly when children are present, while walking to and from their homes to school or the bus stop. While approaching school zones or bus stop areas, please be aware of children and reduce speed limit.

Stray Dogs: As a reminder, to all dog owners, there is a leash law stating all dogs must be on a leash or caged, to avoid being fined or your pet being taken away, please abide by the leash law. To report any stray dogs, please contact the office 472-8285/6, and the office will take a report and notify Animal Control Unit immediately.

Parks/outdoor hut/stage area: Tutuhan Park, Coconut Park and the AHMO Outdoor Hut/Stage Area is used by permit only. All reservations must be made with the Agana Heights Mayor’s Office. For more information contact the Agana Heights Mayor’s Office at 472-8285/6.

AGAT

Mayor Kevin James T. Susuico

Vice Mayor Christopher J. Fejeran

565-2524/4330

agatmo.2017@gmail.com

The Agat Mayor's Office and Municipal Planning Council are looking for candidates age 5-12 years old for the Little Miss Mango Festival pageant. Call the office for more info.

The 12th Annual Agat Mango Festival Applications for Vendors are available. Call the office for more info.

Construction beginning Feb.: GWA plans to rehabilitate the sewer system in the Village of Agat along Route 2, near the Agat War in the Pacific National Park. The project is scheduled to last 12 months. Due to the nature and location of this project there will inevitably be some disturbance to local traffic flow, residences and businesses.

The Agat Mayor's Office and Municipal Planning Council are looking for individuals or organizations who would like to adopt one of the twenty bus stops throughout the village. The Adopt-a-Bus Stop Program is part of the Village Beautification Program that gives the community a chance to showcase artistic skills while keeping the bus stops and the areas clean and beautiful.

Zumba classes are being offered from 6 to 7 p.m. every Mon., Wed. and Thurs. at the Agat Community Center. Call the office for more information.

Hot Hula Fitness by Auri is being offered from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Call the office for more info.

Tuesday night market will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Food, rides, entertainment at Agat Sagan Bisita. Interested vendors can call the office.

Residents are reminded not to put out any junk/debris/household trash along the roadsides and to call the office for more info. on how to dispose items properly.

Residents are reminded to please tie up or cage their dogs. Stray dogs may be reported to the office or to Department of Agriculture at 300-7965.

Residents are asked to report any illegal/suspicious activity to the office or to GPD at 475-8642.

ASAN-MAINA

Mayor Frankie A. Salas

472-6581/479-2726

asanmainamayor@gmail.com

amoffice2017@gmail.com

Neighborhood Watch Town Hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Asan Community Center. Lt. Governor Ray Tenorio and the Chief of Police will be in attendance to hear your concerns.

The Asan-Maina Mayor's Office will no longer be accepting or picking up white goods or household items due to pending purchase order. All previous requests submitted for pick up are now void. Please call Guam Solid Waste for any of your disposal needs.

Absolutely no public dumping or littering at the Asan-Maina Mayor's Office, Beaches or Park trash bins. If you are caught dumping you will be fined and reported to the proper authorities.

Coach Q. is looking for children interested in starting another youth basketball league. Sign up sheets are in the office or call 472-6581 for more info.

Hot Hula with Tash every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Asan Community Center. For info. call 472-6581.

BARRIGADA

Mayor June U. Blas

Vice Mayor Jessie P. Bautista

734-3724-5/34/36

bmosports@gmail.com

Residents needing to transfer voter registration or register to vote can visit the mayor’s office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. A birth certificate, government I.D. and/or passport is required to transfer or register.

Residents needing to register for village residency can do so by visiting the Mayor’s Office 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Homeowners need to show proof of Ownership (Mortgage Certificate, Deed of Gift, etc). Rental, a copy of a valid lease agreement must be provided. Transfers must acquire transfer of residency form from previous Mayor’s Office.

Our office has received several complaints on abandoned vehicles throughout the village. If your vehicle is abandoned on government property for more than 24 hours, it may be removed and taken custody of at the legal owner’s expense.

Our office has received a mass number of complaints regarding stray animals throughout the village. All residents are advised to leash pets to avoid Animal Control pick-up or citations. (P.L. 10 G.C.A. §34102)

CHALAN PAGO-ORDOT

Mayor Jessy C. Gogue

472-8302/03/477-1333

ocp.mayor@gmail.com

Free Rabies Clinic: The Baha’I Community of Chalan Pago is once again, hosting their annual Free Rabies Clinic at the Ordot-Chalan Pago Mayor’s Office, from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 28. Pet owners interested in vaccinating their dog or cat are welcome to bring their family pet to this free vaccination clinic.

Zumba classes have resumed, on weekdays, at the Chalan Pago Community Center. Please contact the Mayor’s Office for more information.

The robbery that occurred early Monday morning at the Mayor’s office involved a homeless Korean National who was assaulted by a person he believed to be local. If anyone has information regarding this robbery and assault, please report it to GPD or Guam Crime Stoppers.

Register to vote: Exercise your right in determining who will represent your interests in our Government. Register to vote or, transferring to your new voting district, if you have moved since the last General Election. You can register to vote or apply for a transfer of your voting district during normal working hours, at the Mayor’s Office.

Register your household: It is our goal to maintain a database record of all residents living in our village. By registering in advance, it will allow our office to promptly provide any member of your household, a verification of residency or VOR, when necessary.

New business in Chalan Pago: Congratulations to Harold Mantanona, who recently opened Tomba Services Car Wash & Detailing at 103 Santa Cruz Street (old Blue Boy Tire Repair). Harold and his family are also residents of Chalan Pago and, we would like to encourage the community to support our locally owned businesses.

Guam War Claims: Survivors of WW II are reminded that the filing of a War Claim for the suffering they endured, is fast approaching. With four months remaining before the deadline. Please be aware that all claims must be notarized and mailed the Federal Foreign Claims Settlement Commission in Washington, D.C.

Fire danger: Due to dry weather this time of the year, residents are asked not to burn trash on their property. Within the past 15 days, GFD responded to several bamboo and grass fires in our village. Permits for open burning must be obtained from GFD. You can be issued a citation if you are found burning without a permit.

Gov. Guam Agencies with a Human Resources division regularly update their website with current job opportunities. Visit: www.hireguam.com and www.usajobs.gov.

DEDEDO

Mayor Melissa B. Savares

Vice Mayor Frank A. Benavente

632-5203/5019/637-9014

melissa.savares@gmail.com

frankabenavente17@gmail.com

Zumba sessions from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday and Thursday at Macheche Community Center. All are welcome!

Aerobics fitness available at 6 p.m. Mon. through Fri. at the front porch of the Mayor's Office.

Hot Hula Fitness from 7 to 8 p.m. every Monday at Dededo Senior Center and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Macheche Community Center.

Registration for Adult High School/GED are available at the Mayor's Office. Classes are held at the Astumbo Senior Citizen Center.

Residents may call in advance to request for verification of residence provided that your household is registered and there are no changes. VOR's will be ready the next business day.

Residents are reminded to keep all pets restrained to your private properties. Loose dogs continue to be a threat to our children walking to school and bus stops. Let us work together to keep our children safe.

HAGÅTÑA

Mayor John A. Cruz

477-8045/7

hagatnamayor@hotmail.com

Senior Citizen Discount Cards are available at GGARP in Hagåtña behind Hagåtña Mayor’s Office. For info. call GGARP at 473-1919.

INARAJAN

Mayor Doris F. Lujan

475-2509/10/11

inarajanmayorsoffice@gmail.com

MANGILAO

Mayor Allan G. Ungacta

Vice Mayor Thomas J. F. Duenas

734-2163/5731 Fax- 734-4130

Mayorallan.ungacta@yahoo.com

Vicemayortomduenas@gmail.com

The Mangilao Mayor’s Office is hosting a Bingo Fundraiser every Fridays at 6 p.m. at the Mangilao Senior Center. For info. contact the Mayor’s Office 734-2163/5731.

Please be advised that no junk vehicles are allowed to be dumped on government easement or you will be cited and reported to EPA. It is an eyesore but utmost importance are the safety issues.

For those interested in the Mangilao Neighborhood Watch Program, stop by and inquire at the Mayor’s Office.

Hot Hula Fitness with Felicia because getting fit is hot! Shake with us every Mon. and Tue. from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Mangilao Community Center. $5 drop-in fee.

Mixed Fitt will begin at the Community Center on Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 5. For info. contact the Mayor’s Office.

Attention to all motorists that travel through Route 15 and Carnation Ave. please be vigilant and mindful that children are crossing the street due to bus shelters and Adacao Elementary we are all concerned for their welfare and their safety.

The mayor’s office placed barricades at the community center with the exception of functions. Please keep in mind that we’re trying to better police the center and surrounding areas. For info. contact the mayor’s office.

All facilities require a permit and approval from the mayor’s office.

Please inform the Mayor’s office of any loitering and/or congregating after school hours at all bus stops in Mangilao. Contact GPD regarding this matter or call 734-2163/5731.

Sports organizations that use the baseball parks and the Eagles Recreational fields are asked to keep the fields clean and dispose of all trash.

MERIZO

Mayor Ernest T. Chargualaf

828-8312/2941/8772

mayorernest@yahoo.com

All individuals interested in joining the Stuffed Crab Competition at the 2018 Crab Festival please contact the Merizo Mayor’s Office to sign up.

The Merizo Mayor’s Office still has commemorative Malesso Fiestan Tasi T-Shirts and memorabilia booklets for sale at $10 each, while supplies last. If you’re interested in purchasing them please contact the Merizo Mayor’s Office.

The mayor would like to inform all residents that in the coming months Guam Waterworks Authority will be making upgrades and improvements on our sewer system. The Mayor is asking all residents to be aware of the construction place and follow instructions of the flag men for the safety of the workers.

The mayor has received reports that some people have been stealing articles at the Merizo Cemetery. The Mayor is asking that people have respect on sacred grounds.

MONGMONG-TOTO-MAITE

Mayor Rudy A. Paco

477-6758/9090 FAX 472-6494

mtmmayorpaco17@gmail.com

MTM neighborhood watch committee will be meeting every second Tuesday of the month. The mayor is inviting all our tri-village residents to take an active role in the neighborhood watch to protect our community, our property and most especially our residents from any and all criminal activity. For more information contact the mayor’s office.

Voter registration is available at the mayor’s office. Anyone wishing to register to vote or to change voting district may do so at this time. Please contact the mayor’s office for an appointment.

The mayor will no longer remove miscellaneous debris from all rental units, to include apartments. Contact Guam Solid Waste for your debris removal.

The mayor is requesting residents to be patient as GPA is still waiting for parts for the island-wide streetlight repairs.

Please slow down when travelling through the tri-village especially when school children are present. Please help keep the bus shelters clean for school children.

Please tie up your dogs and adhere to the leash law especially for children who walk to and from the bus shelter. Dogs caught will be turned into GAIN.

PITI

Mayor Jesse L.G. Alig

472-1232/3

Jesse.alig@pitiguam.com

SANTA RITA

Mayor Dale E. Alvarez

565-2514/4337/4302/04

daleealvarez@gmail.com

Walk to Wellness: Walks will continue at 6 p.m. on Wed at SR Senior Center.

Back to Sumay 2018 is tentatively scheduled for April 7 at the Clipper Landing Park on Naval Station, Guam. If anyone is interested in making a donation (food, drinks, monetary, etc.) toward this event, please call Darlene Camacho at the Mayor’s Office.

Senior Citizen Discount Cards for persons 55 years or older are available at GGARP office behind the Hagatna Mayor’s Office and across the Hagatna Swimming Pool on from 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Must bring valid I.D. or Passport and a 1x1 photo. For more info call GGARP at 473-1919.

The Mayor’s Office is open to register individuals to vote or to transfer voting districts for the upcoming 2018 election season. Please call the Mayor’s Office to schedule a time Mon. through Fri. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please bring a picture identification card.

The Mayor’s Office is establishing a list of interested persons for a driving class to be held in Santa Rita. Must be 15 ½ years old to begin a driving class.Please call the Mayor’s office for more info.

The Mayor’s Office is establishing a list of interested persons for a Hot Hula exercise class to at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at the community center. Please call the Mayor’s office for more info.

The Mayor’s Office is bombarded with calls regarding stray animals in our neighborhoods. Please be reminded to leash/cage your pets and clean up after your them. Animal waste is a threat to the health of our community.

The Neighborhood Watch Patrol encourages and continues to seek residents interested in joining the NWP. For info. call the mayor’s office.

The mayor’s office has temporary suspended collection of white goods/metal due to pending purchase order. Call the Mayor’s Office for a list on how and where to dispose of your items.

SINAJANA

Mayor Robert Hofmann

Vice Mayor Rudy Don Iriarte

472-6707/477-3323/9229 FAX 462-5084

sinajanamayorsoffice@gmail.com

TALOFOFO

Mayor Vicente S. Taitague

789-1421/3262/4821

talofofomayor@gmail.com

All vendors are advised that there’s limited slots available for the Banana Festival on April 20- 22. Register as soon as possible.

Residents with abandoned vehicles on their premises are advised to call the Mayor’s Office to schedule pick-up. Let’s continue to keep our Village green and clean.

Due to break-ins. Residents are advised to properly secure their valuable assets.

Residents are advised to take ownership of our community. Help be our eyes and ears for our Neighbors and Family. Report any illegal or criminal activity to the Police or the Mayor’s office. If we want our community to be safe, we must help each other and make it safe.

The office of Veterans affairs has a new online Veterans registry. Visit gvao.guam.gov , click on Resources, scroll down to Guam Veterans Registry and click on https://form.jotform.co. Please register today.

Please have your house number visible to ensure better services for Postal, and Emergency Responders.

Zumba classes are canceled until further notice.

Hot Hula with Michele Rabago from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the JNCYC.

TAMUNING-TUMON-HARMON

Free Zumba 6 p.m. every Monday at the Tamuning Community Senior Center. 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Tamuning Gymnasium.

Free Polynesian dance classes every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Tamuning Community Senior Center.

Residents may call in advance to request for a Verification of Residency.

Those interested in coaching community youth activities, baseball, soccer, and basketball, are encouraged to contact the Tamuning Mayor's Office.

UMATAC

Mayor Johnny A. Quinata

828-8251/52

umatacmo@gmail.com

The Guam History and Chamorro Heritage Day festival is scheduled for Feb. 23-25 and Mar. 2-5. There will be games, variety of food booths, cultural competitions, rides, entertainment and more. Bring your family and friends to enjoy what this festival has to offer.

Due to the recent vandalism to the Mayor's Office basketball court lights will be off at 10 p.m.

YIGO

Mayor Rudy M. Matanane

Vice Mayor Anthony P. Sanchez

653-5248/653-9446

yigomayorsoffice@gmail.com

A tentative schedule is in progress on the ground breaking of the Yigo walk/run track, football field and possibly a recreation center to be located at Tun Enrique Rosario, Yigo.

Due to obstacles in obtaining clearance with other agencies, the Yigo Flea Market has been postponed to mid Feb. The Mayor's office apologizes for the inconvenience, but due to unforeseen circumstances, we had to push the opening back. Thank you for your understanding.

Upon notification from the Guam Legislature on budget cuts, the Yigo Mayor’s Office will not be able to provide certain services to its residents.

The Yigo Mayor’s Office in collaboration with the Dept. of Agriculture Division of Aquatic & Wildlife Resources will be hosting a Brown Tree Snake Control Workshop from 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Yigo gym. Please join, it is free!

Issuance for verification's and/or other requests will be done between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call-in requests will be available for pick up the next business day.

YONA

Mayor Jesse MendiolaBlas

789-4798/1525-6

jmendiolablas@yahoo.com

The Yona Mayor's Office along with Guam Police Department will once again host a Neighbor hood watch town hall meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Yona Community Center next to the Mayor's Office.

The Yona Mayor's Office is accepting donations for our upcoming Annual Easter Family Picnic/Egg Hunt which will be held March 24 at the open field behind Mijin Market. Those interested in making donations may contact the Mayor's office @ 789-1525/ 26.

The Yona Mayor's Office is recruiting children ages 9 to 16 to form a Yona drill team. Interested individuals may contact the mayor's office.

The Yona Mayor's Office encourages residents who have not registered for residency to do so. Call the office to verify the documents needed. We also ask residents that are registered to come in and update household information.